Flying from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Edmonton International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
The timezone in Edmonton is UTC-7, which is one hour ahead of Seattle.
Each week, there are ten Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Edmonton International Airport flights. To get going early, pick the 07:55 Alaska Airlines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 14:28 with Alaska Airlines.
To ensure you get on your SEA to YEG flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Getting to Edmonton (and then seeing more of Canada!) is a cinch with Alaska Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Edmonton International Airport.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Alaska Airlines.
Alaska Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates SEA to YEG flights. A reliable 80.15% of its services on this route land on time.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Edmonton International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SEA and YEG:
Denver International Airport
Vancouver International Airport
Calgary Airport
Handy information about Seattle / Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
80% of flights leaving Seattle / Tacoma International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its impressive on-time stats, delays are unlikely when taking off from SEA.
To reach Seattle / Tacoma International Airport from central Seattle, it takes around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near SEA? If you're boarding an early flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Edmonton International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
If you're landing on a late Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Edmonton International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near YEG:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Edmonton International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Alamo or Hertz and explore beyond Edmonton's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Edmonton International Airport around one week in advance.
When to fly to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
The quietest month for a flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Edmonton International Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Edmonton based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Seattle / Tacoma International Airport to Edmonton International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Edmonton during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SEA to YEG in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -25ºC (-13ºF) and 0ºC (32ºF) on average.
Explore more of Canada
Calgary is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Edmonton. Around 274 kilometres away to the south, check out popular attractions including Calgary Stampede Trailblazer Centre, Calgary Tower and Peace Bridge.
Saskatoon is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 483 kilometres east of Edmonton. No trip is complete without seeing Remai Modern, Wanuskewin Heritage Park and St. John's Anglican Cathedral.





